The Investment Consultant role provides advanced investment education and advice as it works with clients who typically have between $25,000 and, up to, $250,000 in investable assets who may require multiple financial product offerings. The Investment Consultant will have access to a full product suite and a light Financial Planning tool, while it works with existing clients within a defined service model and with internal partners to make prospect introductions to uncover investment opportunities. The Investment Consultant works by appointment and handles the financial discovery process for internal team partners and makes referrals when appropriate, which is a key performance measure of the role.
The Investment Consultant uses strong analytical skills to assess client needs and works to develop personalized financial relationships with a variety of clients with diverse financial needs that will result in repeat conversations and new or expanding financial services, assets, and opportunities. Candidates will also possess strong communication and time management skills as they balance helping clients with financial needs as well as working with partners to increase referral quality and volume in their assigned territory. The Investment Consultant works well with peers, providing and soliciting feedback from others to improve the client experience as well as to develop long-term client relationships in a team-based model. The Investment Consultant will also be expected to complete required Annual Reviews for clients in their assigned region.
Basic Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree, background in financial services, investments, or equivalent work experience
- A minimum of one to two years of job-related experience in a financial sales position are preferred.
- FINRA Series 7 along with either Series 63 and 65 or Series 66, but partially licensed applicants may be considered.
Preferred Skills
- Fluency in a second language, applicable state insurance licenses are desired.
- Applicable state licenses - CRPC, CFP designations
- Demonstrated sales and marketing abilities
- Strong analytical skills to assess client needs
- Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office
- Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Past experience with salesforce and MoneyGuide pro
- A passion for building relationships with clients
- Partially licensed candidates will be considered. Life, Accident & Health, LTC, and Annuity licenses required at, or within 6 months, of hiring.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.